Gay prides and events in the UK 2018

List of prides and gay events in the UK & Ireland for 2018. There are also links to prides in other countries.
Click on the event's name for full details for the applicable event that includes a map of the event's location,
or click on the country's name for a list of prides in that country for 2018.

January 2018

Gay Celebrant for weddings etc 2018

16 January 2018East MidlandsLGBT+ Weddings, Vow Renewals & Naming Ceremonies. Qualified UK Gay Celebrant. Any ceremony, any faith, part-faith or even no faith ceremonies. Based in the East Midlands. Your ceremony can take place indoors/outdoors anywhere you wish. Your ceremony is Your special day so it's Your Way. [...]

Queer Haggis 2018

18 January 2018Speigel TentQueer Haggis 2018 Last year we hosted the biggest LGBT party in Dumfries & Galloway’s history. This year we’re bigger, better and brighter. Queer and wonderful, we’re inviting you to the wildest night in the festival programme. Let your hair down, pull on some neon socks and dance the night away [...]

Le Haggis

19 January 2018SpiegeltentLe Haggis is back and bigger than ever to celebrate its 5th birthday, Speigeltent style. The 5 star, award winning cabaret is serving you a high energy night filled with home-grown and international talent. Audiences have helped sell it out 3 years in a row – so why not bring someone along and [...]

Tumulus 2018

24 January 2018The VaultsWhen Anthony’s one-night stand turns up dead on the Hampstead Heath tumulus, everyone assumes he’s another casualty of London’s chemsex culture. But after a second body is discovered Anthony suspects foul play and is thrust into a terrifying, drug-fuelled journey to uncover the truth. Like a darker [...]

Camille O'Sullivan 2018

27 January 2018SpiegeltentQueen of the Edinburgh Festival’ (BBC), Camille O’Sullivan enjoys a formidable international reputation for her intensely dramatic interpretations of the songs of Brel, Cave, Waits, Bowie and more. The multi-award-winning singer has stunned audiences around the world with her 5-star sell-out [...]

February 2018

Want a house cleaner London 2018

07 February 2018LondonWant a house cleaner London are a growing cleaning company base in London . We cover all areas in London .Want a house cleaner London deal in residential and commercial cleaning . There are on our 3rd promotional tour account for those who really need our services should take advantage of this [...]

Student Gay Pride 2018

09 February 2018University Of WestminsterStudent Pride 2018 7-11pm Registration & drinks Everything National Student Pride does is about opening doors to students, graduates and those with voices who are otherwise lost in a vibrant but expansive LGBT+ community. We've got some really big news. After her time in the Celebrity Big [...]

HousePLAY - Launch Party 2018

10 February 2018Hifi Club, LeedsHousePLAY is a new LGBT+ dance music night for those who seek liberation of any kind from those who would deny it. Inspired by Love Muscle - the pumping gay dance party in Leeds, along with many of the altruistic community run DIY parties that have sprung up these last few years; HousePLAY intends [...]

Kitty With The Good Hair 2018

22 February 2018The Fenton PubWhat's worse being jealous you didn't come or feline crazy that you did. We are hosting a Beyonce themed fundraiser for our Feline Purrrfect event on the 9th March at Live Art Bistro. We will be bringing you everything from Show Stopping Ballads TO Diva Pop Princess Anthems. Performances [...]

Hampshire Pride 2018

24 February 2018School of ArtHampshire Pride is space for all of Hampshire to join together and celebrate the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and more community. We welcome young and old, people who see themselves as part of the community and people who are proud of their friends and family. It is also for any individual [...]

April 2018

Digital Pride 2018

21 April 2018LondnDigital Pride is the world’s first online LGBTI event consisting of a week of events, videos and debates. Launched by Gay Star News, the aim of Digital Pride is to make it easier for the LGBTI community to celebrate Pride globally – even if they live in countries where it may be difficult to do so [...]

Before It Starts 2018

24 April 2018Bread & Roses TheatreGrowing up is hard and when a new girl starts school and reveals her controversial sexuality her friends have a lot to laugh about. But when the jokes turn sour and the playful banter becomes bullying the group realise they have a lot to be sorry for. Based on true events and real life stories; [...]

May 2018

Exeter Pride 2018

12 May 2018St Sidwell's Centre, Exeter Phoenix and Rougemont GardensCelebration theme to Exeter's 10th LGBT Pride AN explosion of colour, positivity and pride will take place in Exeter on Saturday, May 12 - and everyone is invited to come out and and celebrate. Exeter Pride is one of the South West's biggest celebrations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and [...]

Lancaster Pride 2018

19 May 2018Dalton Square in front of the Lancaster Town HallLancaster Pride 2018 Saturday, May 19, 2018 Lancaster Pride brings this year a Summer Pride more spectacular than the last. Last year Lancaster Pride brought a crowd of 1500+ and this year we plan to go bigger and better. We look forward to seeing you, thank you. The main events will be a march [...]

Grampian Pride 2018

26 May 2018Queens LinksGrampian Pride in Aberdeen aims to bring the local and wider community together. Welcoming everyone from the North East of Scotland, the rest of the UK, and international communities. Grampian Pride aims to provide a safe space for all LGBT+ individuals and their straight allies. The Pride event [...]

Durham Pride UK 2018

28 May 2018Durham Sands field by the riverWe are thrilled to announce that our fifth and what reckons to be our most fabulous Durham Pride will take place on 27th May Bank Holiday Sunday this year. Durham Pride is our chance to celebrate LGBT+ and promote diversity in County Durham. Thanks to the support of our wonderful partners, Durham [...]

Blackpool Pride 2018

Coventry Pride 2018

09 June 2018University Square, Priory StreetCoventry Pride 2018 will be held on 9-10 June 2018 in University Square, outside Coventry Cathedral, Priory Street Coventry, CV1 and is a free event. Coventry Pride 2018 have an absolutely delightful selection of musical and other performance artists throughout the weekend. More to follow

Flintshire Pride 2018

York Pride 2018

09 June 2018Knavesmire (Tadcaster Road End)The eleventh annual York Pride event will take place on: Saturday 9th June 2018. The largest Pride in North Yorkshire! Fun Fair, Parade, Stalls and great entertainment. The York Pride Parade leaves from outside York Minster (Duncombe Place) at approx 11:45am and arrives at the Knavesmire (Tadcaster [...]

Pride Edinburgh 2018

16 June 2018Potterrow DomePride Edinburgh is Scotland’s National LGBTI Festival. It was relaunched in 2015. This year celebrates 23 years since Pride began in Scotland with the first ever festival taking place in Edinburgh back in 1995. Pride Edinburgh has a March and a Community Based Festival to celebrate diversity and [...]

Edinburgh Pride 2018

16 June 2018EdinburghPride Edinburgh is Scotland’s National LGBTI Festival. It was relaunched in 2015. This year celebrates 22 years since Pride began in Scotland with the first ever festival taking place in Edinburgh back in 1995. Pride Edinburgh has a March and a Community Based Festival to celebrate diversity and [...]

Essex Pride 2018

16 June 2018Central ParkEssex pride takes place in Central Park with a brilliant live act line up, funfair, circus skill workshop, great food, licensed bars, sideshows, and The Essex Pride Dog Show. Entry to Essex pride is through the Entrance marquee featuring lots of support services and the site is fully licensed. [...]

Portsmouth Pride 2018

23 June 2018Southsea CommonPortsmouth Pride is back for the fourth year running and this time it's bigger than ever! A fun filled day packed with live music, entertainment, rides, stalls and bars, come and join in on Portsmouth's only Pride event. More to follow

Dublin Pride 2018

23 June 2018Merrion SquareDublin Pride, 5 days in Dublin City packed with celebrations, spectacles and extravaganzas promoting and celebrating LGBTQ diversity. The highlight of our festival will be our annual Pride Parade and our post parade celebrations in Merrion Square on Saturday June 23th. Dublin Pride Parade The [...]

Exmouth Pride 2018

30 June 2018Manor GardensExmouth Pride 2018 the fourth Family LGBT Festival with live bands, educational organisations, local performers, children's area, licensed bar and hot food and much more. Visit us on Facebook or our website for all the latest www.facebook.com/prideexmouth Live music and a welcoming, friendly and [...]

July 2018

Sparkle in the Park 2018

06 July 2018Sackville Gardens, Gay VillageThe Sparkle Weekend is a celebration of gender diversity and expression. Hosted in Manchester over the second weekend every July. The Sparkle Weekend is the biggest free to attend Transgender event in the world. This year we will have live Trans-led music, the Sparkle Music Awards for new Trans [...]

London Pride 2018

07 July 2018Trafalgar SquareLondon Pride Festival takes place from Saturday 7yh July 2018, and they want it to be bigger and better than ever, with the Parade and main events on Saturday 8 July 2017. The Parade The Pride in London Parade takes place on Saturday 7 July The Pride in London Parade provides a platform for [...]

Worksop Pride 2018

Bourne Free Pride Festival 2018

13 July 2018The Triangle - The BandstandBourne Free is Bournemouth's LGBT Pride Festival. It is an annual celebration of all diversities that live in Bournemouth and the constant strive towards universal equality for all through entertainment and awareness. The Parade Saturday 14th July This year's theme is 'Hawaiian Beach Party' It’s [...]

Bristol Pride 2018

Rotherham Pride 2018

14 July 2018Clifton Park BandstandRotherham Pride is now an annual event which remains FREE to enter for all of the Rotherham community. A family fun filled day of live entertainment and fun activities whilst also promoting the LGBT community and raising awareness of their issues. It is aimed as a family fun day for the Lesbian, [...]

Pride Glasgow 2018

14 July 2018Kelvingrove ParkPride Glasgow returns for 2018, this time at Kelvingrove Park for the first time. Headline act is Mel C from Spice Girls. Check website for more information & tickets. More to follow

Salford Pride - The Pink Picnic 2018

14 July 2018Peel Park, SalfordSalford Pride - The Pink Picnic 2018 Salford's annual Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans plus (LGBT+) Pride event, The Pink Picnic returns for it's 8th year. The FREE family friendly event is open to all and features the main stage, community and market stalls, food/drinks vendors and activities for [...]

Isle Of Wight Pride 2018

20 July 2018Ryde Beach, Ryde, Isle Of WightIsle Of wight Pride returns after a hugely successful first Pride in 2017! Come and join the UK's only Pride on a Beach! Soak up the sun and the atmosphere of the Island for a weekend of fun xx

Newcastle Pride 2018

20 July 2018Town MoorNewcastle Pride 2018 The parade will start at 12pm on Saturday the 21st. Please meet at Newcastle Civic Centre from 11.30am This years parade theme is 40 Years of Rainbow, as we celebrate 40 years years since Gilbert Baker designed the rainbow flag and it was first used at San Fransisco Pride in [...]

Eastbourne Pride 2018

21 July 2018Princes ParkEastbourne's 2nd Gay Pride is taking place on the 21st of July 2018 at Princess Park. Parade starts at 11:30am from Eastbourne Waterworks to Princes Park. Main stage opens at 12:30pm. You must register for wristbands this year. The event is free to enter. Please go to website for more details. [...]

Brighton Trans Pride 2018

21 July 2018BrightonBrighton Trans Pride 2018 Park Event (MAIN EVENT) Saturday 21 July 2018. Brighton, UK. The main march is at 12pm from Marlborough Pub to Brunswick Square. Events will be run throughout Brighton for whole of July and over the course of the weekend. See website for details.

Hull Pride 2018

21 July 2018Queens GardensPride in Hull is a free event will feature a colourful parade representing all areas of the LGBT+ community, their friends, families and supporters along with those who just believe in equality for all. Please check our website or follow us on Facebook for updates: [...]

Chesterfield Pride 2018

22 July 2018Stand Road ParkPride event for Chesterfield and the North Midlands. Last year over 4000 attended the one day event. Main stage, market stalls, food outlets, fairground rides. ***This year the event will take place at STAND ROAD PARK (S41 8SW) More to follow

Liverpool Pride 2018

Norwich Pride 2018

28 July 2018The ForumNorwich Pride is a celebration of the LGBT community for everyone. Our mission is to ensure that Norwich is a city where everyone can feel safe and proud to be themselves. Norwich Pride is a grass-roots, do-it-yourself celebration organised by a collective of friendly, creative and enthusiastic [...]

Weston Super Mare Pride 2018

28 July 2018Grove ParkWeston Super Mare Pride 2018 promised to come back bigger and better, and that's exactly what we've done! Our 5th annual WSM Pride will be celebrated over a jam packed, 2 day event, running from Saturday 28th to Sunday 29th July 2018. DAY 1 | SATURDAY 28TH JULY Pride day with The Fizz and loads [...]

Sheffield Pride 2018

28 July 2018Endcliffe ParkSheffield Gay Pride 2018 28 July 2018 Pride Sheffield is an FREE festival bringing together the LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANS* and NON-BINARY community and their friends, families and allies Pride March As in previous years, Pride will feature a full parade with both floats and walking entries. [...]

Stockport Pride 2018

Brighton Dog Pride 2018

29 July 2018Preston ParkWoof woof! The Pride Dog Show 2018 It’s time to pamper those pooches and paw your way to one of Brighton Pride’s most wonderfully accessible events. Join us as we celebrate our four-legged best friends with a day of fun and barking frolics, as dogs and dog lovers come together and shine with Pride. [...]

Belfast Gay Pride 2018

04 August 2018The Square27th Belfast Pride! The Pride rainbow will be spreading across Belfast Friday July 27th to Sunday August 5th The festival Belfast Pride Festival is one of the biggest festivals in Belfast and runs over 100 events across 10 days. The festival will be launched this year in Belfast City Hall with [...]

Brighton Pride Street Party 2018

04 August 2018St. James StThe Pride Village Party (PVP) 2018 is once again being run and managed by Brighton Pride Community Interest Company (CIC) with the full support of Brighton & Hove City Council. This is a spectacular two day fundraising event, the Pride Village Party sees St James Street and the city’s iconic [...]

Leeds Gay Pride 2018

05 August 2018Lower BriggateLeeds Gay Pride 2018 Yorkshire's Biggest celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans* life. Sunday 5th August 2018 While everyone coming along is there to unite and enjoy a fantastic day, we would really appreciate your co-operation regarding various safety matters. Access to Lower Briggate [...]

Happy Valley Pride 2018

07 August 2018Hebden Bridge - Various LocationsHebden Bridge will be celebrating LGBTQ life in Calderdale from 7th to 13th August 2018 with a festival of diversity, inclusivity and awareness for everyone. The Happy Valley Pride Festival is loaded with music, art, fun and games over a wide range of venues for the whole family to enjoy. [...]

Chester Pride 2018

11 August 2018Castle Square, ChesterChester Pride, the biggest free celebration in Cheshire West and Chester, has announced the details of its annual festival and has revealed a surprise move of date. The 6th annual event will take place on Saturday 11 August 2018 and will include the popular Chester Pride parade through the city [...]

Wigan Pride 2018

11 August 2018Market Place, Wigan Town CentreThis is the 3rd Wigan Pride, growing by the year.There will be a parade, entertainment and a variety of stalls all in the town centre - a great day out for all ages. More to follow

Plymouth Pride 2018

11 August 2018Plymouth HoePlymouth Pride Festival 2018 will take place on Plymouth Hoe on Saturday 11th August. The Colourful, Loud and Proud Pride Parade through the city centre to Plymouth Hoe will depart at midday (Route TBC). On the Hoe there will be a diverse mix of musicians, singers, and bands on the main stage [...]

Margate Pride 2018

11 August 2018Waterfront, MargateMargate Pride is DIY and accessible to all: Queer, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Everything, Nothing, Straight Allies, All and Everything In-Between! Margate Pride celebrates diversity of love, alternative culture, community activism and local and international talent. More to follow

Manchester Pride 2018

24 August 2018ManchesterThe Manchester Pride Festival 2018 takes place on 24th - 27th August 2018 in the heart of Manchester's city centre at the world famous Gay Village over the August Bank Holiday Weekendand. Manchester Pride is an award winning four day event celebrating LGBT+ life. The Festival is Manchester Pride's [...]

Cymru Pride 2018

24 August 2018Cardiff Civic CentrePride Cymru’s Parade returns to Cardiff in 2018, an immersive and visually spectacular annual celebration of equality and diversity achievements and community support. 2018's Pride Cymru Parade returning on the late August Bank Holiday weekend – Saturday 25th August 2018 More to follow

Southampton Pride 2018

25 August 2018Guildhall Square and West Marlands RoadSouthampton Pride third event returns on Saturday 25th August 2018. Southampton Pride Parade This year the parade will take place outside The Guildhall Square at 2pm, where it will continue up West Marlands Road, down Above Bar Street to the Bargate Monument, around the monument, back up Above Bar [...]

Walsall Gay Pride 2018

25 August 2018Gallery Square GardensWalsall Pride, now in our 5th year theyare aiming to make the event bigger and better, this can only be achieved with support from volunteers, funding from local and national businesses and organisations and also donations. Walsall Pride is back this August bank holiday and is bigger than ever as [...]

Cornwall Gay Pride 2018

25 August 2018The KillacourtCornwall Pride Parade starting at midday, followed by a family Picnic in the Park from event with stalls, food and free entertainment. Ticketed event in the evening at Tall Trees on Tolcarne Road (over-18 only) with local acts supporting a national headliner, Union J. Parade The parade is a [...]

September 2018

Totnes Pride 2018

01 September 2018The Civic HallTotnes Pride was launched in 2013 by Totnes-based community organisation Proud2Be. An inclusive community event open to everyone. We host a high street procession, a free family friendly day event and a fun filled after party (16+). The event takes place on the 1st Saturday in September every [...]

Leicester Pride 2018

01 September 2018Victoria Park LeicesterLeicester Pride 2018 on Saturday 1st September at Victoria Park. Every year the LGBT community in Leicester comes together to march through the city centre in a vibrant parade that marks the beginning of the festival. The parade starts at 12 noon and arrives at the park for 1pm. More to follow

Reading Pride 2018

01 September 2018Kings Meadow, RG1 8BNReading Pride's annual FREE Parade & Festival returns back for its fifteenth year on Saturday 1st September 2018 at Kings Meadow. The Festival kicks off when the Parade arrives at 12pm with a full line-up of entertainment throughout the day along with a funfair, youth area, a wide range of food, [...]

Big Gay Weekender 2018

07 September 2018Camber Sands Holiday ParkThe Big Gay Weekender is a brand new LGBT weekend party taking place between the 7-10 Sep 2018. Featuring music, drag queens, pool parties, live acts, special guests, daytime entertainment and lots of surprises! Get away with your friends, family and loved ones for the biggest LGBT event in the [...]

Channel Islands Pride 2018

08 September 2018Candy Gardens/Market Square2018 sees Channel Islands Pride return to Guernsey for the second time. Join our colourful Parade winding it's way down the High Street from Candie Gardens, and then on to Market Square for an afternoon packed full of entertainment and music. All set in the beautiful harbour town of St Peter Port.

Bolton Pride 2018

21 September 2018BoltonBolton Pride is back... The towns third LGBT festival will take place on the 21st September to 23rd September 2018. Main event is on Saturday the 22nd September The festival promises to be bigger and better than last year with many new programme additions planned. Bolton Pride, a hate crime [...]

Preston Pride 2018

29 September 2018Flag Market, PrestonPreston Pride is a volunteer-led community organisation established in 2012 that seeks to ensure that the LGBT community of Preston and its supporters are recognised, celebrated and supported through an annual Pride event. By contributing to the internationally recognised Pride movement, Preston [...]

Lincoln Pride 2018

29 September 2018City Square, LincolnLincoln Pride 2018 will take place on Saturday 29 September 2018 Since 2012, Lincoln Pride UK has been providing a fun and safe space in the East Midlands for people in Lincoln and the surrounding area. Each year, the day has grown. From our humble beginnings in City Square, to the grand location [...]